UFC Fight Night · Baku, Azerbaijan
UFC Baku: Fiziev vs Torres
Welcome to the only place you need for UFC Baku. Twelve fights, three Azerbaijani stars, one homecoming for Rafael Fiziev — and a fast-handed Mexican destroyer named Manuel Torres standing in his way.
By Fight Night Baku Desk · Published · Updated
What is UFC Baku?
UFC Baku — officially UFC Fight Night: Fiziev vs Torres — is the promotion’s long-awaited debut in Azerbaijan. The Octagon lands in Baku on June 27, 2026, with twelve scheduled bouts across a five-fight prelim block and a seven-fight main card. The headliner is a five-round lightweight banger pitting the country’s biggest MMA export, Rafael Fiziev, against rising Mexican finisher Manuel Torres.
Below you’ll find the entire fight card, our pick on every bout, a full betting guide, region-by-region broadcast info, and a tale-of-the-tape comparison for all 24 fighters.
Why this card matters
- Fiziev’s homecoming
Born and raised in Baku, “Ataman” fights in front of his people for the first time as a UFC headliner.
- Azerbaijan’s UFC debut
The Octagon’s first stop in the Land of Fire — three Azerbaijani fighters on the card.
- Stacked middleweights
Four 185-pound bouts including Pereira–Magomedov and the return of Marvin Vettori.
The full card at a glance
Tap any tile for the deep dive. Seven main card fights, five prelims, all 12 in one block.
Main Card · 3:00 PM ET
Prelims · 12:00 PM ET
Predictions teaser
Our staff is split right down the middle on the main event — Fiziev’s lead leg vs Torres’s right hand. We’re also riding heavy with Aliskerov as a wrestling lock and a sleeper play on Nazim Sadykhov in front of the home crowd. See every pick →
How to watch UFC Baku
In the United States the entire card streams on ESPN+, no PPV required. International viewers can find it on TNT Sports, DAZN, Main Event and regional UFC partners. Full region-by-region times in our broadcast guide.
FAQ
When is UFC Baku: Fiziev vs Torres?
Saturday, June 27, 2026. Prelims open at 12:00 PM ET and the main event walks out around 5:30 PM ET.
Where is UFC Baku being held?
Baku, Azerbaijan — the UFC’s first ever event in the country.
Who fights in the UFC Baku main event?
Hometown lightweight Rafael Fiziev faces Mexico’s knockout artist Manuel Torres over five rounds.
How can I watch UFC Baku in the US?
ESPN+ streams the entire card. Internationally use TNT Sports, DAZN or your local UFC broadcaster.
Why does UFC Baku start in the afternoon in the US?
The card is built for Baku prime time. Local main event lands around 1:30 AM, which is 5:30 PM on the US East Coast.